High Blood Pressure

Latest research findings about high blood pressure or hypertension from universities and research institutes.

What you need to know about heart block

Heart block is a condition that affects the heart's electrical system, which controls the rate and rhythm of heartbeats. When this system is disrupted, it...

Research shows big causes of arterial blockages in the heart

Arterial blockages in the heart, also known as coronary artery disease (CAD), happen when the main blood vessels supplying the heart become damaged or...

Scientists find better way to manage high blood pressure in older people

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, occurs when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries is consistently too high. Blood pressure...

Why blood pressure drug beta-blockers may harm women’s heart more

Researchers from the University of Bologna have discovered a significant concern regarding the use of beta-blockers, a medication commonly prescribed for high blood pressure,...

Top 10 foods to help manage high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious health problems. Managing blood pressure...

Widely used blood pressure medications linked to bowel problems

High blood pressure is a common health issue affecting one in ten adults. It can lead to severe health problems like heart attacks and...

Lowering top blood pressure number under this number can prevent heart disease effectively

A recent study has revealed that closely managing blood pressure can significantly lower the risk of heart problems in individuals at high risk of...

Because she gave her husband CPR, their daughters had time to say goodbye

Dori Monson sat on the couch cheering on the Washington Huskies in the Alamo Bowl. His wife, Suzanne, was in the next room working on...

This high blood pressure drug may extend your lifespan

Scientists from the University of Liverpool have made an exciting discovery about a drug called rilmenidine, which is currently used to treat high blood...

Why heart surgery outcomes for women over 65 are not good

Women over 65 who need complex heart surgery are more likely than men to be treated at hospitals with lower quality, which leads to...